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Would gas tax breaks make a big difference when prices are skyrocketing? We asked 4 experts

  • Written by Jay L. Zagorsky, Senior Lecturer in Markets, Public Policy and Law, Questrom School of Business, Boston University
Would gas tax breaks make a big difference when prices are skyrocketing? We asked 4 expertsGas station in Seattle on March 11, 2022.AP Photo/Ted S. Warren

With gasoline prices trending over US$4 per gallon nationwide, politicians are feeling the heat. In response, Maryland and Georgia have temporarily waived their state gasoline taxes to reduce the burden on consumers. Other states are considering similar actions, and some members of...

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